How to Become Passport Agent

Being a passport agent is never easy. But still, this is one profession that is highly in demand due to a lot of reasons.

If you want to be one, there are things that you have to know about how to become a passport agent.

As a passport agent, several things are expected from you. Like any other profession, some responsibilities come with it. This is not a job where you will sit and expect everything to fall into place, and at the end of the day, you will earn the income you want. But if you want to try this kind of job, there are some things that you might want to learn about how to become a passport agent.

What are the Things You Might Need

Being a passport agent in the United States is one business you can take for granted. The fact that you are handling documents like these will make you involved in national security, according to State Department. This is why, even if the work seems simple, being a passport agent calls for an in-depth evaluation. If you want to become one, here are some things you might care to secure before you venture into this profession.

  • Proof that you are a US citizen
  • A photo identification that is issued by the state
  • Registration

Filling Up the Forms

The first thing you must do is get employment with an authorized non-federal passport facility. Usually, these are agencies of the local as well as state government, like the city hall in a locality. After this, you must fill up all the forms of signature and identification as mandated by the Department of State. This information bulk will then be shared with the Department of customer service of the US Passport Agency.

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Proceed with the Training

The training for becoming a passport agent is usually computer-based. All you have to do is complete this interactive training wherein you will learn everything directly associated with becoming a passport agent, such as the procedures and policies for accepting a passport application.

Wait for the Results

When you are done with the training, the next thing you have to do will be to apply what you have learned from these pieces of training. You must undergo tests to determine if you are prepared to be a passport agent. Usually, these tests are also given online; more often than not, they are expected to be completed after you go through the modules. Once you take the test, make sure you will relax to answer all questions correctly.

76 Comments

  • BABU LAL SAINI said on February 11, 2012
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  • Pradip Chandra Das said on November 19, 2013
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  • farida said on December 10, 2014
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  • MONI BORO said on January 10, 2015
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  • David L. Covington said on July 6, 2015
    I am located in Monroe, N. C. 28112. There is no agency in this area and I would like to take classes to operate in this area. Thanks David L. Covington
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    Can you please direct me where I can go and apply in order to become a passport accept agent in Dallas, TX. Thank you in advance.
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  • FRANK DEGOURVILLE said on January 22, 2016
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  • Clementeen Epling said on February 14, 2016
    Interested in becoming a passport acceptance agent. What course of training needed.
  • Anna Martinez said on March 4, 2016
    I'm a tax preparer, accountant. I have applied to become a itin agent with IRS in the past. I'm interested in becoming an passport agent. I would like to get some information on what I need to do. Thank you.
  • SAKTHI KUMAR.K said on March 21, 2016
    I want job in passport agent in a Coimbatore city
  • Jitendra Bhalla said on March 26, 2016
    I want to contact a authorities passport agent please guide me.
  • Sheila Walker said on April 10, 2016
    I am interested in starting a passport agency in Atlanta Ga. Can you please send me some information on how to get training and started.Thank you.
  • Stacy said on April 11, 2016
    Hello, My name is Stacy. How can I get additional information regarding the training and where to go for the training. I am located in Maryland. Thank you
  • Carolyn D. Hinton said on May 24, 2016
    I am a previous Passport Agent, and was while working with the U.S. Government as a Civil Service employee, in 2000-2003, which was then transferred over to Contractions at one of the Military bases in Georgia. I am interested in starting my own business as a Certified Passport Agent, what steps does this involve? Thank you so much.
  • dmartin said on June 16, 2016
    is there a back ground check for being a passport agent
  • Eligio said on June 24, 2016
    How do I start a passport agency in Houston Texas?
  • Nityanand P Konar said on June 30, 2016
    HOW I START PASSPORT AGENCY in mumbai pls help me....
  • Rosa Bautista-Arias said on June 30, 2016
    I'm a tax preparer, accountant, notary public and immigration consultant. I am a itin agent with IRS. I'm interested in becoming an passport agent. I would like to get some information on what I need to do. Thank you. -
  • ROHAN GEDAM said on July 4, 2016
    i am an authorized corporate travel agent of irctc and others companies. so, i also want to be an authorized passport agent in madhya pradesh location.
  • Rosa Bautista said on July 21, 2016
    How do I try to start a passport agency
  • anil singh said on July 31, 2016
    i want to become a passport and pan card agent what i do
  • santosh said on September 8, 2016
    plz i want to a passport, pan card, aadhar card, tds tax, agent what can i do sir plz plz inform me
  • ketan gaurav said on October 28, 2016
    I want to START PASSPORT and pancard AGENCY in Jharkhand. please help me sir what can i do please help me
  • Ana P. McFadden said on November 13, 2016
    Hello I own I Tax Preparation Service. I would like to expand my business. I want to be an authorized passport agent here in the State of Texas. Thank you
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    I want to START PASSPORT AGENT IN ODISHA. please help me sir
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    I want to become a PASSPORT AGENT IN MY COUNTRY and i kindly need hell to how to start and to go about. Please help me Mr.
  • Christina said on April 18, 2017
    Dear Sir/Madam, My name is Christina, I would like to receive more information about how to become a certify passport agent for the state of California. Thank you very much in advance -
  • SANTOSH KUMAR PATRA said on June 16, 2017
    SIR, I WANT TO BE A PASSPORT AGENT IN KORAPUT. WHAT TO DO FOR PASSPORT AGENT? IF ANY EXAM THEN I WANT TO FACE IT.
  • EDNA S FRAKER said on January 16, 2018
    SIR/MAM, I HAVE 8 YEARS ACTIVE DUTY AND 16 YEARS CIVIL SERVICE WORKING WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY. TOTAL OF 7-8 YEARS WORKING AS THE PASSPORT AGENT AT CAMP ZAMA JAPAN. I HAVE BEEN SEARCHING TO OPEN MY OWN BUSINESS AS A PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE. I NEED DIRECT GUIDANCE ON HOW TO START THIS TYPE OF BUSINESS AT HOME. YOUR HELP AND QUICK RESPONSE FOR THIS MATTER IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU AND HAVE A NICE DAY, V/R
  • ADELAR J DSOUZA said on March 17, 2018
    I WANT ASSISTANCE ON HOW TO START A PASSPORT AND VISA BUSINESS IN INDIA .I WOULD BE REALLY GRATEFUL IF I GET HELP. LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR REPLY.
  • Michael Ogugua said on March 13, 2019
    My name is Michael Ogugua, I want a passport agent. I am ready to go through with the training. my email moguguac@yahoo.com
  • HARRY said on October 30, 2019
    YOU STARTED THIS BLOG WITH THE HEADING PASSPORT AGENT PROCESS IN INDIA AND THE INFO GIVEN BELOW THAT IS FOR A USA CITIZEN. IS THIS SOME KIND OF JOKE BRO? PLEASE GET A LIFE. DON'T COPY-PASTE SOMEONE ELSE'S MATERIAL FIRST READ IT CAREFULLY AND MAKE THE CHANGES NEEDED.
  • srinidhi nayaka n said on October 15, 2020
    I want a passport agent in Nelamangala Bangalore Rural 562123
  • James expert adviser said on August 25, 2021
    @HARRY, this article is not for India; instead, it is for the USA. Read it carefully, please.

    Jestin James
    Startup Biz Hub - Senior Advisor (Staff)

  • Jerone Josius Dorcent said on March 25, 2024
    I need to know where I can start taking the test

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